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2026 Texas General Election

2026 Texas Primary Election

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Kristian Carranza

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Kristian Carranza is from San Antonio, Texas. He has a bachelor's degree from the University of Texas at San Antonio.

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Kristian is a community organizer. He has previously worked in Washington, DC, and at the White House. 

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Kristian previously ran for Texas House of Representatives District 118 in 2024 but did not win. 

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Kristian Carranza - Democratic Legislative Campaign Committee

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Opposes job-killing tariffs and supports expanding workforce development programs to help San Antonians compete for higher-paying jobs.

Opposes cuts to Medicaid, arguing they make healthcare more expensive.

Economy

For Candidate Kristian Carranza on Issue public-safety:  
Advocates for reforms in the criminal justice system to reduce incarceration rates and address systemic inequalities.

Public Safety

Supports abortion rights and the woman's right to choose.

Supports expanding access to health insurance to lower overall costs for everyone.

Healthcare

Supports ensuring that public school students learn the skills and critical thinking necessary for success in the workforce and higher education.

Opposes private school vouchers, stating they would drain funding for public schools.

Education

Supports environmental sustainability and advocates for community awareness on climate change.

Energy & the Environment

Supports protecting the right to vote for all Texans and ensuring their constitutional rights are upheld.

Voting & Elections

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- There are 150 members of the Texas House of Representatives, each representing a single district. Representatives must be at least 21 years old and reside in the state for at least two years before their election. 
- State representatives are elected to two-year terms during even-numbered years. There are no term limits. 
- State representatives make $7,200 annually in addition to a $221 payment per day during legislative sessions and mileage reimbursements.

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